Equipment Operator III - Wastewater ( Linework Crew)

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norfolk is seeking an Equipment Operator III for the Wastewater Division to operate a range of maintenance equipment and support crews across job sites.

Work involves driving heavy machinery, performing safety checks, and performing routine maintenance. The position is on-site in the Combined Operations location with standard hours and potential emergency standby duties.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an Equipment Operator.
• CDL required; Tanker endorsement within six months may be required.
• Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License preferred.
• Pre-employment testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoes, jet/vactor cleaners, trenchers, and dump trucks.
• Transport heavy equipment, supplies, and materials to job sites.
• Perform safety checks, routine maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Assist with loading/unloading and keep equipment/work areas clean.
• Lifts up to 75 lbs., climbs and works in various postures.

Skills

Equipment operation

Vehicle maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL

Class A CDL

Job description

The City of Norfolk's Department of Utilities is seeking qualified applicants for an Equipment Operator III in our Wastewater Division. The person in this role will be responsible for driving various types of equipment to and from job sites, transporting crew, and doing routine maintenance on vehicles.

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Operates construction and wastewater system maintenance equipment such as backhoes,jet/vactorcleaners, trenchers, and dump trucks.
• Transports heavy equipment, supplies, and materials to job sites.
• Performs safety checks, maintenance, and minor repairs on equipment and tools.
• Assists with loading/unloading materials, job site tasks, and maintaining clean equipment and work areas.
• Lifts up to 75 lbs., climbs, stands, pulls, bends, stoops throughout portions of the work day.

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Two years experience as an Equipment Operator. Underground utility system experience highly preferred.

Valid driver's license, CDL required. May require CDL with Tanker Endorsement within six months of hire, depending upon assignment.

The desired candidate will possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License. Pre-employment testing on the operation of equipment may be required.

Work Location: Combined Operations, 1316 Ballentine Blvd.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; standby duty rotation may be required

This position is designated as an 'Essential'position and you may be required to work extended, rotating, on call, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to emergencies or severe weather.